January weather forecast
Sims, ND

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sims, North Dakota, is another subzero cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and min 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Temperature

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and a low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sims, North Dakota, during January, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Sims, North Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 18.27" (464mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 3min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Sims?

Sims's January weather reaches an average high of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average low of 6.3°F (-14.3°C), making it the coldest month.

How cold is it in Sims in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Sims, is 20.7°F (-6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 6.3°F (-14.3°C).

What is the most humid month in Sims?

January is the most humid month in Sims, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in January in Sims?

In January, the average relative humidity in Sims is 89%.

What is the driest month in Sims?

The month with the least rainfall in Sims, North Dakota, is January, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Sims?

In January, in Sims, North Dakota, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout January, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Sims?

In January, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sims have in January?

In Sims, the average day length in January is 9h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sims?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sims, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sims?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sims?

In Sims, North Dakota, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January in Sims?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sims, North Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sims, ND

Average temperature in January - Sims, ND
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Sims, ND
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Sims, ND
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Sims, ND
  • Average humidity in January: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in January
Sims, ND

Average rainfall in January - Sims, ND
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Sims, ND
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Sims, ND
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Sims, ND
  • Average snowfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sims, ND

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sims, ND
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sims, ND

Average sunshine days in January - Sims, ND
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.6 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Sims, ND
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Sims, ND
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Sims, ND
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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